In this day of disposable, cookie-cutter style, the elegance of Hollywood’s golden era has never held more allure. Amy Tara Koch offers the inside scoop on how to experience the storied glamour of Tinseltown.

DrinkTHE VERANDA AT FIGUEROA HOTELWith the revitalization of downtown L.A., hipsters are discovering old-school gems like the Figueroa Hotel. Originally built in 1925 as a YMCA residence, the property boasts an eclectic California-mission-meets-Casablanca style. The outdoor Veranda bar, a poolside retreat surrounded by exotic foliage and garden statues, is an urban oasis. Have a few cocktails in the lobby while you admire the beamed ceilings, Moroccan lanterns, and Moorish-style tiled floors. 939 Figueroa Street, (213) 627-8971, www.figueroahotel.com

THE MINTOpened in 1937, the Mint is a legendary bar and music venue that has attracted jazz and blues greats like Ray Charles, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Ben Harper, and Macy Gray. The vibe is quintessential supper club; wooden bar, Sinatra-era red walls studded with celebrity photos, velvet curtains, leather banquettes, and chandeliers. Though the size of the club was doubled in 1996, the space has not lost its authentic ambience. 6010 Pico Boulevard, (323) 954-9400, www.themintla.com

EatTHE DRESDEN RESTAURANTFeatured in flicks like Swingers and That Thing You Do, this restaurant and lounge has been a Hollywood staple since 1934. The decor -- high ceilings, white spiral booths, Venetian chandeliers, and tables that wheel out so that guests can be seated comfortably -- emanates old-school elegance and charm. The reasonably priced menu features classics like escargot, shrimp scampi, roast beef, and a dazzling peach melba. After nine p.m., sip a Grasshopper in the lounge while jazz icons Marty and Elayne take center stage. 1760 North Vermont Avenue, (323) 665-4294, www.thedresden.com

DAN TANA’SFor almost 45 years, Angelenos have beelined toward this Hollywood eatery for classic Italian fare. Bob Dylan, George Clooney, and Drew Barrymore are frequently seen dining on heaping platters of spaghetti and meatballs and lasagna. The best part? Despite its star clientele, it’s as unpretentious as you can get. 9071 Santa Monica Boulevard, (310) 275-9444, www.dantanasrestaurant.com

SleepSUNSET TOWER HOTELA relic of Jazz Age swank, this Hollywood landmark has been featured in The Italian Job, Get Shorty, The Player, and Strange Days. Built in 1929, complete with brass inlay walnut paneling, French sconces, suede window banquettes, and fireplaces, this hotel has served as home to Howard Hughes, John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe, Errol Flynn, Elizabeth Taylor, and Frank Sinatra. The current lobby and Tower bar was formerly gangster Bugsy Siegel’s apartment. The hotel was recently restored by Jeff Klein in a modern manner, “not a literal interpretation of deco.” 8358 Sunset Boulevard, (323) 654-7100, www.sunsettowerhotel.com

DoTHE VISTAAs Hollywood was built on film, a great way to channel Old Hollywood is to take in a movie at this legendary single-screen movie theater. Designed by Lewis A. Smith in the 1920s, the Vista boasts Egyptian- style architecture and huge seats. Plus, tickets are offered at prices below the industry average. 4473 Sunset Drive, (323) 660-6639, www.cinematreasures.org/theater/32/